Beyond the Brochures: Uncover the Right College Fit for You
Explore, analyze, and compare diverse colleges and universities to find your perfect academic fit in this dynamic session.
Ms. Tina (Masters of Art in Education)
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5.0
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What's included
1 live meeting
50 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
US Grade 9 - 11
Discover colleges that are the perfect fit for your unique aspirations. We'll use filters to pinpoint schools, based on your desired major, public/private preference, ideal campus setting, and more. In this hands-on session, you'll use the College Navigator, from the National Center for Education Statistics, to explore colleges that fit your unique preferences. By the end of the class, you'll have a personalized shortlist of at least 3 colleges that spark your interest. You'll leave the class feeling more confident about navigating college websites and gathering crucial information. *If students aren't sure of their potential career path, they should take the Pairing My Interests With Careers (High School Students) class.
Learning Goals
After this class, student will be able to identify colleges of interest based on potential college majors.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
During this class we will be using the website College Navigator by National Center for Education Statistics. College Navigator consists primarily of the latest data from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), the core postsecondary education data collection program for NCES – the National Center for Education Statistics. Student do not need an account to use the site and will not be creating an account during this class.
External Resources
In addition to the Outschool classroom, this class uses:
Joined January, 2022
5.0
54reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Virginia Teaching Certificate
I am a certified school counselor in two states and have nine years of experience as a middle school counselor, working with grades 6-8. Currently, I am a high school counselor, working with grades 9-12, and working collaboratively with students on their post-secondary goals. Additionally, I am National Board Certified Teacher in the field of School Counseling. I am passionate about college and career development and believe that all children should be exposed to numerous opportunities. I have taught over 3,500 student the importance of career development and facilitated student discussions about college options. Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$25
per classMeets once
50 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 13-18
1-6 learners per class
